3/12/25
I Used to Think This Was a Decent Place Until I Saw How They Treated My Friend
I used to believe this apartment complex was just another standard student housing option. Then I watched how they treated my friend, and I wouldn’t recommend this place to my worst enemy.
She reported a clear policy violation—her roommates threw a disruptive party, security had to intervene. Instead of enforcing their own rules, management did absolutely nothing. Then, when she became the target of harassment for speaking up, management STILL did nothing.
Worse? My friend has documented... disabilities, and instead of accommodating her, they chose to ignore her official university paperwork and demand a fake “acceptance letter” that doesn’t even exist. When she asked for help after being harassed, their response? “Have you considered therapy?” Because why fix the problem when you can just gaslight the victim?
If you’re an international student, have a disability, or just expect management to follow basic fairness standards—look elsewhere. This place isn’t just mismanaged. It’s a joke.
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Property Manager at The Essential Johns Hopkins Affiliate Living responded to this review
Your feedback is important to us, and we take all concerns seriously. We are committed to maintaining a supportive and fair living environment for all residents. After speaking with the individuals involved, we have addressed the situation and taken... steps to ensure that our policies are upheld consistently. We sincerely apologize for any frustration your friend experienced. If they would like to discuss this matter further or need additional assistance, we encourage them to reach out to us directly at info@theessentialjhu.com or by phone at 410-246-8538. We are always open to working toward a resolution and improving our response to resident concerns.